Senior Structural Engineer; Waterfront, Chesapeake

Senior Structural Engineer (Waterfront, Chesapeake)

Location: Chesapeake, VA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite (mostly in-office with some site visits; optional 9/80 schedule)

Position Type: Contract

Contract Duration: 12 months

Start: As Soon As Possible

The Senior Structural Engineer will support ports and maritime structural design projects, applying deep technical expertise in marine structures and structural codes to deliver complex, high-impact engineering solutions. This role blends hands-on design leadership with collaboration across national project teams, contributing to client relationships, proposal development, field inspections, and overall project delivery excellence.

Design & Technical Leadership

• Lead structural design from conceptual phase through completion for marine structures including piers, wharfs, bulkheads, fender systems, and related infrastructure.
• Adapt structural plans based on budgets, design factors, and client needs while ensuring high-quality engineering output.
• Apply expert knowledge of commonly used structural concepts, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Develop non-standard design solutions for complex engineering challenges.
• Perform quality reviews of production drawings and ensure QA/QC standards are met.

Project Execution & Management

• Participate in development of project fees, schedules, scopes, and staffing plans.
• Manage construction planning and change orders effectively.
• Provide leadership and guidance to engineering team members; mentor less experienced engineers.
• Prepare and present technical reports for clients and industry publications.
• Support and participate in construction administration including coordination with field personnel, issue resolution, inspections, testing, and calculations.

Client Engagement & Business Development

• Build effective relationships with clients, contractors, port authorities, shipyards, shipping lines, and terminal operators.
• Lead development of cost proposals and qualification statements to support business growth.
• Participate in sales and marketing initiatives and identify key pursuits.
• Ensure customer satisfaction goals are consistently met.

Field & Safety Responsibilities

• Lead field inspections, installations, and analyses for both public and private clients.
• Ensure compliance with company and site-specific safety policies.
• Perform other assigned duties while maintaining adherence to all company standards.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Structural Engineering or related engineering technology from an ABET-accredited program, FE exam completion, PE license, and minimum 7 years of structural engineering experience – OR – Master’s degree in Structural Engineering and 6 years of experience.
• Experience leading design of large projects and delegating tasks to team members.
• EPC (Engineer Procure Construct) project experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of structural design codes (IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE-7).
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated critical-thinking, problem-solving ability, and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to perform detailed quality reviews and travel as required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Required Skills

• Marine/waterfront structural design expertise
• Strong knowledge of structural codes (IBC, AISC, ACI, ASCE-7)
• Leadership of complex engineering projects

Preferred Skills

• EPC project experience
• Field inspection and construction administration familiarity
• Experience preparing technical reports and QA/QC reviews
• Ability to mentor junior engineers

Additional Skills

• Waterfront project experience
• Ability to find non-standard design solutions
• Budget and schedule reporting
• Collaboration across disciplines
• Strong attention to detail
• Team building and facilitation skills
• Ability to resolve design-related installation issues
• 9/80 schedule availability

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

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Job Number: 25-29199

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